- Employment
- Temporary
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Compensation
- $20–21/hour
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Nov 9, 2026
About Ferragamo
Ferragamo is an Italian luxury house with Florentine roots, renowned for the vision of Salvatore Ferragamo and a legacy of exceptional footwear, leather goods, ready-to-wear and accessories. As an employer, the Maison offers a refined environment where heritage craftsmanship, contemporary design and technological innovation meet. Its teams contribute to a culture shaped by artisanal excellence, creativity, precision and respect for materials, while advancing responsible practices and global growth. Ferragamo attracts professionals who value elegance, curiosity and collaboration, providing opportunities to develop within an international brand that continues to reinterpret Italian sophistication for a modern luxury clientele.
Ferragamo is hiring a temporary Client Advisor in Manhasset. The role builds client relationships, delivers personalized service and drives sales, with full-time schedules of 37.5 hours or part-time schedules of 20–29 hours per week; varied shifts may include mornings, evenings and weekends.
Role & Responsibilities
- Demonstrate active leadership on the selling floor, driving individual and team objectives and taking accountability for sales results.
- Promote a positive work environment through teamwork and collaboration.
- Support the operations team by maintaining stock in the designated selling-floor area and stockroom.
- Create personalized selling experiences that build client confidence and engagement.
- Develop long-term, authentic relationships with clients and make their experience the focus of each interaction.
- Take an active role on the selling floor, ensuring memorable client experiences and demonstrating expert styling and brand knowledge.
- Promote cross-selling to increase UPT sales metrics.
- Capture customer data in the company’s CRM database to maintain and develop client relationships.
- Identify innovative ways to create value for clients and improve their experience.
- Sell in person, by telephone and by email, including fitting shoes for customers.
- Understand company KPIs and identify strategies to improve performance standards.
- Take an omnichannel approach to identifying and recommending merchandise.
Qualifications
- A caring, authentic and trusted client advisor with an intuitive approach to sales and a passion for style.
- In-depth knowledge of luxury clients’ desires, needs and expectations, with the client’s experience as the priority.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage clients with personal care and empathy and keep them at the center of decisions.
- Storytelling ability and skill in asking engaging questions.
- Confidence in contributing ideas, an innovative approach, and readiness to grow and learn.
- Computer knowledge for tracking inventory.
- Proficient English; knowledge of a second language preferred.
- Previous retail sales experience preferred; luxury retail experience is a plus.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to read, write and interpret instructional documents, communicate effectively with customers, peers and management, and use proper telephone etiquette.
- Ability to multitask while attending to customers, adapt to business needs, work as part of a team and take initiative without direct supervision.
- Regular and reliable attendance, normally five days a week.
- Availability to work varied hours, including mornings, evenings and weekends, based on store needs.
- Ability to move, talk, hear, reach, grasp, carry and stand for extended periods; occasional stooping, sitting, kneeling, crouching and climbing step stools; ability to lift at least 20 pounds.
Skills
Experience
Previous retail sales experience preferred; luxury retail experience is a plus.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Manhasset, New York, USA, with easy access to New York City.
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Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 20 to USD 21 per hour.
Benefits
Ferragamo is certified as a Great Place to Work.
Culture
Ferragamo fosters a workplace culture rooted in Italian craftsmanship, creativity, and a deep respect for its heritage while embracing innovation and contemporary luxury. As an employer, the Maison values collaboration, precision, and personal growth, offering an environment where talent can contribute to a legacy of elegance and excellence.
About Cerulean
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